What should I plant in November in Raleigh, NC?

In November in Raleigh, NC (zone 7b), you can plant Chives, Cilantro, Mint, Parsley, Beet, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Chives in Raleigh, NC?

In Raleigh, NC (zone 7b), Chives: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

When do I plant Cilantro in Raleigh, NC?

In Raleigh, NC (zone 7b), Cilantro: direct sow Jan 9 – May 23 and Oct 1 – Nov 8.

When do I plant Mint in Raleigh, NC?

In Raleigh, NC (zone 7b), Mint: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

What to Plant in November

Raleigh, NC · Zone 7b

Last frost: Mar 25 Frost-free days: 230

Full year calendar for Raleigh

The outdoor season is over for most crops. Plant garlic if you haven't yet, clean up beds, and mulch perennials. Start reviewing seed catalogs for next year.

November at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Chives

Cilantro

Mint

Parsley

Beet

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Cauliflower

Leek

Lettuce

Onion

Peas

Radish

Spinach

Strawberry

Swiss Chard

Turnip

Start Indoors 9

Start these seeds indoors under grow lights or on a sunny windowsill.

Plant now

Chives

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Mint

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Spinach

Sep 9 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 35–50 days

Brussels Sprouts

Sep 16 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Leek

Oct 24 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Oct 24 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Parsley

Nov 9 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Later this month

Swiss Chard

Nov 16–30

4 per sq ft 50–60 days

Transplant 12

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

Chives

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Mint

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Parsley

Jan 17 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Leek

Jan 17 – Dec 8

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Jan 17 – Dec 16

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Lettuce

Oct 1 – Nov 8

4 per sq ft 45–60 days

Spinach

Oct 9 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 35–50 days

Brussels Sprouts

Oct 17 – Nov 30

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Broccoli

Nov 1 – Dec 8

1 per sq ft 60–100 days

Cabbage

Nov 1 – Dec 8

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Cauliflower

Nov 1 – Dec 8

1 per sq ft 55–100 days

Direct Sow 5

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Plant now

Beet

Jan 9 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 50–70 days

Turnip

Jan 9 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 30–60 days

Cilantro

Oct 1 – Nov 8

9 per sq ft 30–45 days

Radish

Oct 1 – Nov 8

16 per sq ft 22–30 days

Later this month

Peas

Nov 24 – Dec 31

8 per sq ft 55–70 days

November Gardening Tips

Start Spinach, Strawberry, Chives indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Lettuce, Broccoli, Cabbage can be transplanted outside this month. Harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before planting out.
Direct sow Peas, Beet, Radish straight into the garden — no transplanting needed.
Get a soil test now — results come back fast in the off-season and you can amend before spring.